Getting Started: Tools

I've had a few requests to do a post on the tools I use.

This is the MAIN list, but doesn't include things like wood glue, paint, paint brushes and sandpaper.

I hope this helps!!

1.)  Hand Saw

http://www.lowes.com:80/pd_88300-414-BS240P_4294857568+4294961128_4294937087_?productId=1103277&Ns=p_product_quantity_sold|0&pl=1&currentURL=%2Fpl_VAUGHAN_4294857568%2B4294961128_4294937087_%3FNs%3Dp_product_quantity_sold%7C0&facetInfo=VAUGHAN

(We have a power saw, but I prefer using a hand saw because it is safer around my daughter and I BURN LOTS OF CALORIES using it!!)

2.)  Cordless Drill

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0038MUJYO/ref=oss_product

(This drill is AWESOME, and has mostly replaced our electric drill!  It is sized perfectly for a woman's hand, as well.)

3.)  Standard Drill Bits

http://www.sears.com:80/shc/s/p_10153_12605_00964071000P?prdNo=6&blockNo=6&blockType=G6

4.)  Wood Boring Drill Bits

http://www.homedepot.com/h_d1/N-5yc1v/R-202214066/h_d2/ProductDisplay?langId=-1&storeId=10051&catalogId=10053

(These are needed for making large round holes in wood.)

5.)  Combination Square

http://www.sears.com:80/shc/s/p_10153_12605_00939567000P?prdNo=1&blockNo=1&blockType=G1

(I use this for making "square" measurement marks on my wood while I work....cutting is easier.)

6.)  Tape Measure

http://www.homedepot.com/h_d1/N-5yc1v/R-100244984/h_d2/ProductDisplay?langId=-1&storeId=10051&catalogId=10053

(Any tape measure will work!)

7.)  Compact Drill & Driver Set (countersink bit included)

http://www.sears.com:80/shc/s/p_10153_12605_00964332000P?prdNo=24&blockNo=24&blockType=G24

(This set is a LIFE SAVER!  It allows you to use 1 bit that is double headed.  You drill your hole with one side, flip it open and turn the bit around, and then drill the screw in with the other side.....all while just using ONE HAND!!)

8.)  Air Nailer

http://www.sears.com:80/shc/s/p_10153_12605_00912702000P?prdNo=16&blockNo=16&blockType=G16

(You can use ANY type of air nailer, but I personally own this one.)

9.)  Air Compressor

http://www.sears.com:80/shc/s/p_10153_12605_00915216000P?prdNo=12&blockNo=12&blockType=G12

(You can choose ANY type of air compressor, but I personally own this one.)

10.)  Clamps

http://www.homedepot.com/Tools-Hardware-Hand-Tools-Fastening-Tools-Clamps-Vices/h_d1/N-5yc1vZaq5e/R-202214073/h_d2/ProductDisplay?langId=-1&storeId=10051&catalogId=10053

(Choose any type to get the job done!)

11.)  Jig Saw (electric)

http://www.homedepot.com/h_d1/N-5yc1v/R-100671595/h_d2/ProductDisplay?langId=-1&storeId=10051&catalogId=10053

--OR--

Coping Saw (manual)

http://www.homedepot.com/h_d1/N-5yc1v/R-100351897/h_d2/ProductDisplay?langId=-1&storeId=10051&catalogId=10053

(These saws are used to make "swirly-curly-cutesy-cuts" in wood.  I personally prefer a manual coping saw.  I feel it is safer around my child.  I also enjoy burning calories!)